On Episode #7 of Tedi Talks, Tedi welcomes special guests Lisa Goyette and John Ball, Co-Founders of CH Training & Coaching, located in Southeast Michigan.  Lisa and John tell us how CH Training & Coaching got started and why they have a strong passion for people and seeing others thrive and prosper.  Lisa explains how they transitioned their work in educational sector into coaching and training for those in the private, public and nonprofit sectors.  John shares with us the strong commitment they have to organizational design and organizational health.  This is a great conversation on how two friends were able combine a shared passion (and compassion) for helping others succeed into a thriving business.  You can learn more about Lisa and John at:

Lisa Goyette, Co-Founder
CH Training and Coaching
Celebrate Hope LLC
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-goyette-25666512/
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (248) 330-8493

John Ball, Co-Founder
CH Training and Coaching
Celebrate Hope LLC
Email: [email protected]
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-ball-7a8865bb/
Phone: (989) 980-7699

Website:  https://www.chtrainingandcoaching.com/
Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/chtrainingandcoaching

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On Episode #6 of Tedi Talks, Tedi welcomes special guest Shekina Mitchell, who serves as the Director of Covering Kidz, is a Partner at the FreTail Store, a devoted Minister & Missionary, is to name only a few titles this amazing lady holds. AND, she received the prestigious Cafecito Community Service of the Year Award.  Shekina and Tedi talk about what the FreTail Store is (located in Lansing Mall) and the nonprofit (Covering Kidz) she and her husband run. Shekina shares with us how a trip to Tampa changed her life (and it all started in a bathroom stall at the airport).  Shekina explains why her faith is so important and how this has shaped her life and the work she does.  You do not want to miss this discussion!  You can learn more about Shekina at:

Shekina Mitchell
Covering Kidz -Director
Fretail Store -Operating Partner
Continuum Compassion -Coordinator

Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/Talkingthiswalk
LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/shekina-m-653779204/
Phone:  (517) 348-6869
Email:  [email protected]

Links & Resources:

FreTail Store Website (Lansing Mall, Lansing, MI)
FreTail Store (Facebook)
Covering Kidz (Website)
Battlefield of the Mind by Joyce Meyer (Book)

The Fretail Store Spreads Holiday Cheer with Free Resources for Lansing Families (Fox 47 News Report)

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On Episode #5 of Tedi Talks - the Holiday Special, Tedi welcomes back special guest, Sarah Pierce, the Founder & Owner of 517 Living.  Tedi and Sarah talk about all the great places to buy unique and fun gifts in the Lansing region.  Sarah provides some great intel on pop-up shops, places where we can make our own gifts, some amazing events that are happening during the holiday season, and where we can find all of this (hint, it's on the 517 Living website). Tedi and Sarah talk about using the 517 Living events page to learn what's going on in Lansing and how others can get connected.   You can learn more about Sarah and 517 Living at:

517Living.com Website
517 Living Facebook Page
517 Living on Twitter
517 Living on Instagram

Shopping ideas in and around Lansing:

Absolute Gallery (Old Town, Lansing)
Bradly's HG (Old Town, Lansing)
Cravings Gourmet Popcorn (Old Town, Lansing)
Keans Store Company (Mason)
Lansing Shuffle (Downtown, Lansing)
517Living.com Calendar (What to do in Lansing)


Special Holiday intro/exit music: Jingle Bells Rock, provided by Sascha Ende

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On Episode #4 of Tedi Talks, Tedi welcomes back special guest Amy Mollitor, a Certified Life Coach and EFT Tapping Master Practitioner, located in Lansing, MI.  Amy shares with us what Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT Tapping) is and the many benefits it offers.  Tedi once again hits the Googler and provides some history on EFT.  Tedi and Amy talk about the many different ways that we can reduce stress at work and with the upcoming holidays.  Amy shares with us how she uses journaling along with taking long walks as a way to reduce stress.  As we deal with everyday stress and the holidays, this is a conversation you do not want to miss.  You can learn more about Amy at:

Amy C. Mollitor, CPC, ELI-MP
Certified Life Coach & EFT Tapping Master Practitioner
Intentional Energy Coaching

Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/intentionalenergycoaching/
LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/amycmollitor/
Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/amycmollitor/
Email:  [email protected]

Links & Resources:

Wild Wisdom Her (Podcast)
Learn EFT Tapping - Reduce Anxiety & Improve Focus in Minutes! (Event)

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On Episode #3 of Tedi Talks, Tedi welcomes back special guest, Amy Jo Weller,  Associate Broker-Realtor at The Weller Real Estate Collective, located in Grandville, MI.  Tedi hit the Googler again and provides several interesting stats about the real-estate market in 2023 here in the U.S.  Tedi and Amy Jo talk about where we are currently at in the real-estate market and what 2025 may look like for those buying and selling a home.  Amy Jo shares with us the importance of having your home sell ready and what we can do to increase the value before putting it on the market.  Our favorite Realtor is back and she has a lot to share with us.  You can learn more about Amy Jo at:
 
Email:   [email protected]
Phone:  (616) 706-0706
Website:   https://www.wellercollective.com/weller-real-estate-team
Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/WellerRealEstateCollective

UPDATE:  After discussing who sets the mortgage rates, here is what Amy Jo found:  Mortgage rates are affected by market factors like inflation, the cost of borrowing, bond yields and risk. Mortgage rates are also affected by personal financial factors, such as your down payment, income, assets and credit history.

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On Season #5, Episode #2 or Tedi Talks, Tedi welcomes  Amy Bragagnini a Clinical Oncology Dietitian at Trinity Health Lacks Cancer Center, located in Grand Rapids, MI.   Tedi and Amy talk about food as we prepare for the upcoming holiday season.  Tedi provides Amy with some interesting stats about the consumption of eggnog, ham, pumpkin pie and turkey during the holidays .  Tedi and Amy discuss how we can get past 'food fear' and eat what we want by setting our own expectations and simply enjoy what we like (without guilt).  Our favorite dietician and healthy eater does not disappoint during this fascinating conversation.  You can connect with Amy at:

Website: https://www.mercyhealth.com/location/trinity-health-richard-j-lacks-cancer-center
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TrinityHealthMI
Twitter:  https://twitter.com/TrinityHealthMI
LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-bragagnini-ms-rd-cso-b3795338/-ms-rd-cso-b3795338
Email:  [email protected]
Phone:  (616) 685-5237

RESOURCES

Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
https://www.eatright.org/

American Diabetes Association
https://diabetes.org/

American Heart Association
https://www.heart.org/

American Cancer Association
https://www.cancer.org/

Portion Plate w/Lid (Amazon.com)

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On the kick-off episode of Season Five of Tedi Talks,  Tedi shares with us where he has been (MIA) and how the podcast, with its new name (well, actually original name), is keeping some of the old format, but bringing in a lot of new and exciting things.  Tedi also provides us with the many things that have been bothering him, including a resurgence of the word 'Karen', rude people and the stress of watching a movie series, plus much, much more.

All in all, it's typical Tedi, but with a shaky voice and and a bit more saucy attitude.  The new Season of Tedi Talks is going to be a ''bumpy ride, so fasten your seatbelts."

RESOURCES

Website: https://tediparsons.com/tedi-talks
Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/teditalks/
Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/tedi.talkspodcast/
YouTube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/@teditalkspodcast-cx4vt

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On Episode #12 of Season Four of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi is flying solo for this short episode on PRIDE.  Tedi shares what PRIDE is, how it all started and why its important (not only in the month of June, but all year round).  Included with this episode is a brief history of how the LGBTQ+ movement got started, it's dark history and ways we can all become stronger Allies and supporters of our Queer brothers and sisters.

Tedi also shares his frustration with those who only recognize PRIDE during the month of June and the responsibilities of the Queer people to know and share our history.  Included with this episode are several Resources to guide you through PRIDE month and our Queer history (below).

RESOURCES

Milestones in the American Gay Rights Movement
PRIDE Facts (GLAAD June 2024)
Facts And Statistics About The Impact Of Gun Violence On LGBTQ+ People
The Trevor Project (Website)
Reimagine Gender - Understanding Allyship
Matthew Shepard Foundation

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On Episode #11 of Season Four of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes special guests Lindsey Coffelt, the Owner of Graze Craze located in Okemos & Shelby Township, MI.  Lindsey shares with us how she and her husband, Silas, got into the Graze Craze, opening two stores in Michigan.  She shares with us their passion for providing amazing works of art through the Charcuterie Boards (a.k.a. Grazing Boards) and the many other items they offer at their two stores.  Tedi provides a brief history of Charcuterie and Lindsey shares with us how Graze Craze only uses top quality items and farm fresh produce whenever possible or in season.  Lindsey and Tedi talk about how the Grazing Boards are actually cost effective, not cost prohibitive.  After listening to this episode, you will be craving some Graze Craze.   You can connect with Lindsey at:

Lindsey Coffelt, Owner
Graze Craze: Charcuterie Boards & Boxes

Website- Okemos Store:  https://www.grazecraze.com/okemos-mi
Website- Shelby Twp. Store:  https://www.grazecraze.com/shelby-township-mi
Phone:  Okemos Store: (517) 709-2828
                  Shelby Twp. Store: (586) 480-1125
Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/GrazeCrazeOkemosMI
LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindseycoffelt/
Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/grazecraze_okemos_mi/
Email:  [email protected]

RESOURCES

Verterra (Website)

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On Episode #10 of Season Four of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes special guest Jenny Wagemann, Farmers Market & Breadbasket Food Pantry Manager at the Allen Farmers Market, located in Lansing, MI.  Jenny shares with us all the amazing things happening at the Allen Farmers Market, including information about their popular Veggie Boxes and the Breadbasket Food Pantry.  Tedi provides a brief history of the Allen Farmers Market and Jenny tells us all about the upcoming summer season at the Allens Farmers Market.  We also learn about Jenny's love o hula-hooping and yoga.  This is a fascinating and educational conversation, one you do not want to miss.   You can connect with Jenny at:

Jenny Wagemann, Manager
Allen Farmers Market & Breadbasket Food Pantry

Website:  https://allenneighborhoodcenter.org/market/
Phone:  (517) 999-3911
Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/AllenFarmersMarket
LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenny-wagemann-32166356/
Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/allenfarmersmarket/
Email:   [email protected]

RESOURCES

Flames 'N Dames (Facebook Page)
Peoples Yogas Studio Lansing 

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